Like every BlackBerry user I have a set of favorite apps. The ones I find myself turning to nearly every time I pick up my device. I'm not talking about the native apps like BBM, Messages or the Browser - think third-party apps that serve a specific purpose. I'm a big Twitter user on the go so that's a big one, and I also use a third-party app to lock my device. So just what are my most-used apps of 2011? Keep reading to find out.

Adam's most-used BlackBerry apps of 2011

PatternLock

This one may be cheating a bit since it wasn't released until late in 2011 (for BlackBerry 7 devices at least) but I figure since I use it nearly every time I check my device, that more than makes up for it. I like the ease of use that comes with having a pattern to unlock my device instead of the standard password lock. It has plenty of options to tweak to most every user, and best of all it lets my second most-used app do it's thing ...

This one I love. Leave It On is a totally customizable app that lets me set my screen to activate when I receive certain messages, or leave my backlight on for extended periods should I need to do so. I have Leave It On set to display my SMS messages (including message preview) as well as light up for Twitter mentions, Facebook and BBM. The popups display even when my device is locked with PatternLock (unfortunately it won't work over the native password lock - the screen will illuminate but not display popups). The options go way beyond that though, so if you haven't used it you should definitely check it out.

No brainer on this one. I love to use Twitter when I'm on the go, and given that there aren't too many choices for Twitter clients on BlackBerry, this one does the job just fine. I love the integration with my other BlackBerry apps, the Push mentions and having everything right where I need it. It's free and it works - end of story.

I love Evernote on every platform. I use it for countless things like keeping track of upcoming posts, all my recipes, to-do lists, vacation scrapbooks and much more. Having all the things I need with me when I'm on the go is a huge plus. Evernote can be used for loads of different things depending on your needs, and it is now (and will always be) one of my tops apps. Period.

I'll admit it - I have a mild Facebook addiction. Being in front of my computer all day I find myself constantly checking out my Facebook feed, and when I'm out and about and have some down time I do the same. The Facebook app for BlackBerry isn't the greatest, but it does what it needs to (for me at least). I can check my feed, update my status and post photos of kittens all day long.

Scoremobile is great for getting info quickly - but doesn't the archaic scrolling/touch screen responsiveness drive you nuts? People rave about the app, and I use it for a lack of a better alternative, but I think it's the least advanced app on my BB.

I have to agree with you. Scrolling makes it impossible for me to make this app usable. I hope they migrate it to cascades, even a web full html5 version could be faster. Come on, developers, you have the content, it only needs to be smoother.

The app s awesome, period. The Score's objective, on tablet, mobile or tv is to get you information quickly, that's it. They are one of the few devs. that consistantly upgrade for playbook, and the calendar integration on their mobile app is awesome. I find the app pretty reaponsive myself, there is some lag, yes, but that might be the app updating (on pb i have noticed that the displayed score is sometimes behind the score summary).

Evernote is lovely, I use it, but the Playbook version is disgusting. It is a real embarrassment comapred to the Android version (thank god for the dev os).

Scoremobile is the "best" sports app on the blackberry because frankly it's the only one.. but if you really want to talk about what the best sports app is it's hands down either NBA Game Time (which they have not yet released for the 2011-2012 NBA season, not sure if they even will) and MLB.com At Bat 11

Same here, the seamless synchronization of all my lists/notes is a definite plus. DropBox does the job, but it's BB app has limited functionality.

On Evernote I can update lists or add things to do when I'm at work on my laptop. BB is my primary for work & home, while the iPhone is used at home. so everything's synched & nothing is missed, regardless of which phone I have.

It is interesting to read about apps that others find useful. i dont use any of those on Adam's list. BB Newsreader is my most used. Besides some bb blogs, like this one, it keeps me up to date with many news, sports, technology and hobbies (love that Car and Driver is available here!).

Leave It On is the first app I've paid for because the freebie was so beast, well worth the $2.99, so many extra features available. Second FB, & I also rock Poynt, would be lost without it-honorable mention has to be Advanced Calls LED control due to what it does, especially for free.

1. Bridge- Can't live and say enough about this app! Although it needs more refinement so we can use the apps thru the bridge but some actually do work. 2. ScoreMobile- I love checking out the scores specially whenin a meeting and I can't watch the game...I can pretend I'm looking at a an update about work. 3. Social Feeds- with this app I got rid of blackberry news feeds since this app does it for me and even updates me on my FB feeds. 4. Fandango- Love it! 5. Yahoo Messenger 6. BBM 7. Bible- Love it! 8. Nobex Radio 9. Worldmate- Def can't do without this one 10. PageOnce- And this one for sure! Please note there is no specific order but these are my top apps.

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